Popular Front

Discover the groundbreaking SAGE computer network, designed to revolutionize Cold War air defense against nuclear threats. Explore how this system streamlined radar data for effective enemy tracking. Uncover the history of 1950s radar technology and the human stories of those stationed at remote bases during heightened tensions, illuminating both the technological advancements and the personal sacrifices involved.

Dive into the alarming rise of far-right militancy in Australia, spotlighting the National Socialist Network and its roots in past rallies. Discover how the Reclaim Australia movement evolved, paving the way for groups like the United Patriots Front. The discussion unveils the chilling influence of social media on these movements and their linked agendas, further highlighting global trends in far-right extremism. It's a revealing look at a growing phenomenon that raises crucial questions about society today.

Journalist Lucrezia Goldin discusses China's strategic leverage over Russia post-Ukraine invasion, focusing on economic benefits rather than military support. The podcast explores China's historical narrative to fuel nationalism, changing perceptions towards the US, and the geopolitical dynamics of BRICS with Iran. Additionally, it delves into China-Russia oil relations, environmental impact, and pop culture influences on Russia-China relations.

Artist and political writer Adam Doyle discusses the recent anti-immigration riots in Ireland, uncovering the far-right network growth, class divides, and root causes of social unrest. Exploring the rise of far-right aesthetics, targeted attacks on immigrants, and the complexities of political ideologies in the country.

Journalist James Pogue investigates PMC Wagner in Africa, revealing their resource-backed operations, geopolitical intrigues, and impact post key figure's death. Discusses Wagner's activities in conflict-ridden countries, recruitment of locals, and complexities of African conflicts. Explores perceptions in France and England, rebel groups in Africa, and rising power struggles in the region.

Today we speak to journalist Sergiy Slipchenko about how, after years of media exaggeration, there is now actually a real threat of potential conflict in the Arctic region. www.arcticpod.co Discounted internet privacy services for all our listeners: www.protonvpn.com/popularfront - Extra: www.patreon.com/popularfront - Info: www.popularfront.co - Merch: www.popularfront.shop - News: www.instagram.com/popular.front - Jake www.twitter.com/jake_hanrahan

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Today we're speaking to geospatial analyst Nathan Ruser about how the rebels in Myanmar have turned the tide of the war and are now actually winning against all odds. The resistance has managed to take huge areas of land back from the junta, disarming their soldiers, and sending them back to the dwindling government controlled areas. Discounted internet privacy services for all our listeners: www.protonvpn.com/popularfront - Extra: www.patreon.com/popularfront - Info: www.popularfront.co - Merch: www.popularfront.shop - News: www.instagram.com/popular.front - Jake www.twitter.com/jake_hanrahan

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